MANALAPAN, NJ -- September 23, 2016 -- Despite the
suspension of a statewide campaign to encourage residents to support casino
gaming outside of Atlantic City, the Standardbred Breeders & Owners
Association of New Jersey today announced that it would continue its grassroots
efforts to help pass the ballot question that could provide much needed revenue
to bolster New Jersey’s struggling horsemen.
“It’s frustrating that the best financed advocates for
casino gaming in North Jersey decided to pull the plug on their statewide
campaign,” said Mark Ford, President of the SBOANJ. “Our members now must use our limited
financial resources to drive the message to voters that a YES vote on Question
1 will provide our industry with additional revenue to continue offering the
residents and taxpayers of New Jersey important entertainment and quality of
life benefits. Even if others are
stepping back from the fight, the horsemen have no choice but to step up and do
our part.”
This November 8th, voters will choose whether to allow
casino gaming outside of Atlantic City.
If the ballot question passes, the New Jersey Legislature could
authorize two new casinos to be built in northern New Jersey. A percentage of the state tax revenue
collected from the new casinos would be dedicated to supporting the horse
racing industry.
The SBOANJ has scheduled series of media interviews,
public appearances, and social media events to highlight the Association and
the benefit its members bring to their towns and communities.
